Applications Flashcards
1
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Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
A
Muscular/Skeletal:
- Antispasmodic action can help with muscular conditions
- rheumatoid arthritis
- cools rheumatic pain
- gout
Genito/Urinary/Reproductive:
- scanty and irregular menstruation (emmenagogue) - eases menstrual cramps
- galactogogue (increases milk production)
Skin:
- Insect repellent
- Aids hair growth
- Dry skin – eczema
- Herpes, shingles
- Acne
- Skin tonic
- Cools irritable conditions
- Wasp stings
- Snake bites
Respiratory:
- Clears sinuses
- Loss of sense of smell due to chronic nasal catarrh, rhinitis
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Whooping cough
- Strengthens and stimulates the respiratory system
Digestive:
- Promotes digestion
- Assist in digestive enzyme production
- Intestinal antiseptic
- Eases gastric spasms
- Gastritis
- Ulcers
- Hiccups
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- Heart Tonic
- Stimulates blood and lymph Flow
- Varicose veins
Immunity:
- Viral infections
- Infectious diseases
- Febrifuge - a cooling essential oil which helps combat fever
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- Migraine headaches
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Nervous tension (one of the best)
- Burnout
- Exhaustion
- Mental stimulant
- Concentration
- Grief
Emotional/Energetic:
- Positivity
- Purposefulness
- Assertiveness
- Decisiveness
- Straightforwardness
- Trust
- Integrity
- Enthusiasm
- Clarity
- Cheerfulness
- Strength
2
Q
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
A
Immunity:
- Antiviral
- Antitoxic
- Flu
- Colds
- Infectious disease
- Shingles/chicken pox
Nervous/Brain/Mind:
- anxiety
- stress
- concentration
- depression
- sedative
- nervous tension
- cools anger
- eases frustration
Skin:
- Oily, acne prone skin
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Boils
- Cold sores
- Insect repellent and insect bites
- Varicose ulcers
- Wounds/abscesses
Respiratory:
- Bronchitis
- Sore throat
- Tonsillitis
- Mouth infection
- Muscular/Skeletal:
- Antispasmodic
- Analgesic
Digestive:
- Flatulence
- Loss of appetite
- Activate secretions of digestive acids, enzyme and bile (facilitates digestion)
- Intestinal infection
- Colic
Genito/Urinary/Reproductive:
- Cystitis
- Diuretic
- Thrush
- Uterine tonic
- PMS
- Menstrual cramping
Emotional/Energetic:
- Confidence
- Balance
- Joy
- Motivation
- Harmony
3
Q
Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)
A
Skin:
- oily hair
- hair loss (scalp stimulant)
- boils
- inflamed skin
- ulcers
- excessive perspiration
Genito/Urinary/Reproductive:
- estrogen-like properties
- amenorrhea -
- dysmenorrhea
- scanty or irregular menstruation
- PMS
- menopause and peri-menopause
- balances uterine tissues
- emmenagogue
- eases labour pains
- frigidity
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- Antidepressant
- Nerve tonic
- Sedative
- Euphoric
- Headache
- Migraine
- Anxiety
- Stress
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- Lowers high blood pressure
Respiratory:
- Eases spasms of asthma and chronic cough
- Whooping cough
- Throat infections
Muscular/Skeletal:
- Muscle relaxants – one of the most powerful essential oils in terms of muscle relaxants
- Anti-inflammatory
- Muscular aches and pains
Digestive:
- Eases upset stomach
- Eases cramping
- Flatulence
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- Antidepressant
- Nerve tonic
- Sedative
- Euphoric
- Headache
- Migraine
- Anxiety
- Stress
Emotional/Energetic:
- Calm
- Soothing
- Confidence
- Grounding
- Regenerating
- Inspiring
- Tranquility
- Revitalizing
- Uplifting
- Balancing
- Strengthening
- Relaxing
- Restores equilibrium
- Euphoric
4
Q
Eucalyptus globulus
A
Respiratory:
- very strong expectorant
- helpful for all respiratory infection Ichi asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis, cops, pneumonia, and throat infection
- improves breathing by opening up the lungs
- excellent immunostimulant
- Hayfever
Immunity:
- Excellent immunostimulant (colds, flu)
- Herpes, chickenpox
- strong prophylactic
- measles
- cools a fever
Nervous system/brain/mind:
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Neuralgia
- Stimulant
- Concentration
- Exhaustion
- Relieves nervous tension
Genito/Urinary/Reproductive:
- Urinary tract infections
- Cystitis
- Diuretic
Muscular/skeletal:
- General aches and pains
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Antispasmodic
- Sprains
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- Enhances the ability of white blood cells to fight off infection
- Improves sluggish circulation
Skin:
- Tones congested skin
- Burns
- Blisters
- Cuts and wounds
- Skin infections/skin ulcers
- Insect bites/insect repellent
- Lice
- Herpes/chickenpox
- Measles
- Athletes foot
Emotional/Energetic:
- Emotional balancer
- Energy balances
- Centering
- Rationality
- Cooling
- Clears heated emotions
- Warts
- Deodorant
5
Q
Eucalyptus citriodora
A
Muscular/skeletal:
- rheumatoid arthritis
- arthritis
- anti-inflammatory
Cardiovascular:
- hypertension
- inflammation of the coronary arteries
- inflammation of the pericardium
Respiratory:
- Asthma
- Laryngitis
- Sore throat
- Colds
- Expectorant
Skin:
- Athletes foot
- Candida
- Cut
- Dandruff
- Herpes
- Chickenpox
- Insect repellent
- Shingles
- Scabs
- Sores
- Wounds
Immunity:
- Anti-infectious
- Bacteriocidal
- Disinfectant
- Antimicrobial
Genito/Urinary:
- Cystitis
- Vaginitis
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- Performance
- Alertness
- Concentration
- Addiction (alcohol)
- Depression
- Fatigue
- Stress
- Moodiness
Emotional/Energetic:
- Freedom
- Creativity
- Enthusiasm
- Understanding
- Empathy
- Positive change
- Expressiveness
- Letting go
- Harmony
6
Q
Eucalyptus smithii
A
Respiratory:
- coughs
- throat infections
- expectorant
- decongestant
- asthma
- anti-catarrhal
Muscular/skeletal:
- analgesic, painful joints sore muscles
Skin:
• Eczema/Dermatitis
Digestion:
• digestive stimulant
Immunity:
- anti-infectious
- anti-viral
Nervous system/ brain/mind:
- clears the head
- concentration
- strengthens the nervous system
7
Q
Eucalyptus radiata
A
Respiratory:
- expectorant
- asthma
- bronchitis
- sinusitus
- coughs
- pneumonia
- throat infection
- improves breathing by opening the lungs
Immunity:
- Immunostimulant
- colds and flu
Skin:
- athletes foot
- chickenpox
- herpes
- measles
- warts
- wounds/cuts
- eczema/dermatitis
- burns
- insect bites
- tones congested skin
- deodorant
Muscular/skeletal:
- General aches and pains
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- sprains
- headaches
Cardiovascular/lymphatic:
• improves sluggish circulation
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- concentration
- alertness
- exhaustion
- nervous tension
- refreshing and invigorating
Emotional/energetic:
- emotionally balancing
- centering
- rationality
- clears heated emotions
8
Q
Eucalyptus dives
A
Skin:
- cuts
- sores/ulcers
- tissue repair
- inflammation
- insect repellent
Muscular/skeletal:
- arthritis
- rheumatism
- muscular aches and pains
- neuralgia
- sciatica
- sports injuries
- sprains and strains
Respiratory:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
- Catarrh
- Coughs
- Throat and mouth infections
Immunity:
- Colds and flu
- Fever
- Infectious diseases i.e. measles
- Immune system support
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- Headaches
- Nervous exhaustion
- Coming
- Clears the mind and aids concentration
Emotional/Energetic:
- Cools and cleanses to reduce negative emotions
- Soothes exhaustion and encourages a sense of extra support
- Associated with alleviation of grief and sorrow
- Opens the heart and intellect
- Balances emotions
9
Q
Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi)
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Skin:
- astringent
- cuts oil on skin and hair
- helps to digest cellulite
- tones skin and tissues
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- diuretic
- drains lymph
- tonic to vascular system
- cellulitis
Immune:
- colds/flu
- anti-infectious
- anti-toxic
Muscular/Skeletal:
- muscle stiffness
- muscle fatigue
- rheumatism - conditions where the joints seem warm and swollen
Digestion:
- digestive tonic
- stimulates appetite (whiff or brief smell)
- obesity (sates appetite when breathed for a longer period of time)
Genito/Urinary:
- diuretic
- cleansing action of kidneys
- tonic to liver
Nervous/Brain/Mind:
- depression - uplifting oil
- uplifting, reviving, balances CNS
- may help stabilize bipolar
- nervous exhaustion
- headaches
- fatigue
- performance stress
- inhaling helps reduce cravings for sweets
Emotional/Energetic:
- sadness
- grief
- apathy
- confidence
- clarity
- joyful
- self-criticism
- frustration
- balancing
- cooperation
10
Q
Lemon (Citrus limonum)
A
Skin:
- acne
- boils
- warts
- cellulite
- cold sores
- mouth ulcers
- herpes
- stimulates dull and pale complexions by removing dead skin cells
- soothes broken capillaries
- effective tonic on oily skin and hair
- stems excessive bleeding
- soothes insect bites and stings
Respiratory:
- asthma
- bronchitis
- catarrh
- sore throat, throat infections
- cold/flu
Immunity:
- boosts WBC levels
- catarrh
- throat infections
- cold/flu
Muscular/Skeletal:
- arthritis
- rheumatism
- relieves headaches
Digestion:
- indigestion
- helps with constipation and cellulite by cleansing kidneys and liver
- counteracts acidity, improves digestion
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- poor circulation
- lowers blood pressure and relieves pressure on varicose veins
Nervous/Brain/Mind:
- migraine headaches
- headaches
- fatigue
- depression
- anxiety
- stress
- nervous tension
- exhaustion
- apathy
- mental stimulant
- concentration
Emotional/Energetic:
- creativity
- focus
- awareness
- joy
- performance
- positivity
- fear
- obsession
- emotional clarity
- direction
- enthusiasm
- strength
11
Q
Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
A
Immunity:
- antimicrobial
- antiviral
- throat infections
- flus/colds
Nervous system/Brain/Mind:
- uplifting
- heightens alertness
- fatigue
- anxiety and depression
Skin:
- astringent
- oily or acne prone skin
- dull skin
Digestion:
- digestive tonic
- indigestion
- asperitif
Lymphatic:
- lymphatic stimulant
- cellulite
Genito/Urinary:
- edema
Emotional/Energetic:
- clarity
- direction
- awareness
- strength
- calm
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12
Q
Mandarin (Citrus reticulata)
A
Skin:
- tonic
- lessens scarring
- helpful for reducing stretch marks, especially during pregnancy (combine with Neroli and lavender)
- acne
- oily skin
Nervous system/brain:
- useful for over excited children
- indicated for mental stress, anxiety and depression
- highly sedating
- relaxing
Digestive:
- tonic
- regulates metabolism
- aids in secretion of bile/breaking down fat
- calms intestines
- relieves flatulence and hiccups
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- assists liver function, especially in the elderly
- diuretic
- improves circulation
Emotional/Energetic:
- uplifting
- integrity
- inspiration
- tranquility
- refreshed
- grief
- abuse
- emptiness
13
Q
Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis)
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Digestive:
- constipation
- indigestion
- calms a nervous stomach
- stimulates bile
- may help digest fats
- anti-spasmodic
- digestive tonic
Nervous system/brain:
- anxiety
- stress
- depression
- insomnia
- nervous exhaustion
Skin:
- detoxifies congested skin
- strengthens and softens epidermis
- supports collagen formation
- acne
- dry irritated skin
- dermatitis
- cellulite
- cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- sluggish circulation
- edema
- detoxification
- lymphatic stimulant
Immunity:
- stimulates immune function
- chronic fatigue syndrome
- fights infection
Respiratory:
- bronchitis
- catarrh
- eases cold & flu symptoms
Emotional/energetic:
- joy
- balance
- confidence
- apathy
- addiction
- burnout
- courage
- sadness
- emotional abuse
Muscular/Skeletal:
- antispasmodic
14
Q
Petitgrain (Citus X aurantium)
A
Skin:
- oily and acne prone skin
- oily hair
- infectious skin diseases
- stimulates nerve endings to soften skin
- excessive perspiration
- dull congested skin
Nervous system/brain/mind:
- anxiety
- stress
- frustration
- insomnia
- concentration
- mental clarity
- depression
- postpartum depression
Respiratory:
- nervous asthma
Muscular/Skeletal:
- muscle and joint pain
- muscle spasms
- arthritis
- rheumatism
- increases muscle tone
Digestive:
- dyspepsia
- gastric spasms
- flatulence
- constipation
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- poor circulation
- palpitations
- edema
- anti-coagulant
Genito-Urinary:
- relaxes and soothes muscles of the uterus
Emotional/Energetic:
- joy
- harmony
- inner vision
- strength
- self confidence
- anger
- rigidity
- confusion
- betrayal
- irrationality
- pessimism
15
Q
Pine (Pinus sylvestris)
A
Respiratory:
- sinus and bronchial congestion
- coughs
- asthma
- bronchitis
- laryngitis
- sinusitis
- throat infection
- lung infection
- clear phlegm from lungs
Muscular/skeletal:
- arthritis
- rheumatism
- gout
- neuralgia
- analgesic
- muscular aches and pains
Skin:
- skin parasites
- cuts and sores
- scabies
- excessive perspiration
Cardiovascular/Lymphatic:
- circulatory stimulant
- lymphatic stimulant
Immunity:
- antimicrobial
- antiviral
Urinary/Genito/Reproductive:
- cystitis
- pyelitis
- kidney cleanser
- urinary tract infections
- prostate problems
Nervous system/brain:
- nervous exhaustion
- mental fatigue
- physical fatigue
- sexual fatigue
- convalescence
- severe psychological stress
Emotional/Energetic:
- acceptance
- understanding
- patience
- self-forgiveness
- humility
- simplicity
- perseverance
- trusting
- acceptance of love
- tenacity
- confidence
- exhilaration
